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[Korea] Government’s 4.5-day workweek roadmap [Korea] Government’s 4.5-day workweek roadmap

During the presidential election campaign, President Lee Jae-myung pledged to reduce South Korea’s average working hours to below the OECD...
25 Sep 2025

[Papua New Guinea] New minimum wage will take effect January 2026 [Papua New Guinea] New minimum wage will take effect January 2026

The country’s national minimum wage will increase from K3.50 to K5.00 per hour, from January 1, 2026, rising by K1.50.
25 Sep 2025

[Hong Kong] Bakery chain sparks outrage for converting storm leave [Hong Kong] Bakery chain sparks outrage for converting storm leave

Many workers were given a day and a half of storm-related leave as a result, but for some, this leave...
25 Sep 2025

[Philippines] President announces pay rise and medical allowance for GOCC employees [Philippines] President announces pay rise and medical allowance for GOCC employees

The announcement, made during the 2025 GOCCs’ Day in Malacañang, comes after a year of record-breaking financial performance by these...
18 Sep 2025

[Australia] ADP opens new Melbourne ANZ HQ [Australia] ADP opens new Melbourne ANZ HQ

The move is part of ADP's ongoing commitment to supporting clients with future-ready payroll, HR, and workforce management solutions.
10 Sep 2025

[APAC] EX3 officially launches operations in India [APAC] EX3 officially launches operations in India

The expansion is the latest step in its commitment to helping organisations navigate the complexities of global payroll, compliance, and...
03 Sep 2025

[Japan] Prefectures break with labour ministry over minimum wage [Japan] Prefectures break with labour ministry over minimum wage

These prefectures are opting to pay above the recommended minimum, as inflation continues to impact pay and cause a decline...
27 Aug 2025